👉 Injury or harm; the condition or measure of something not being intact.
Alright class, settle down now, let’s take a look, At ‘damage,’ a word that needs a little hook! The dictionary gives us clues so neat, “Injury or harm,” a feeling bittersweet. It speaks of things broken, bruised, and worn, A state where something isn't newly born. Think of a toy with a crack in its shell, Or a book with pages that no longer tell. The dictionary also says, clear as can be, “The condition or measure of something not being free… Not intact,” it states with precision true, Meaning things aren't whole, and haven’t seen anew! So, ‘damage’ means a loss, a subtraction, you see, A change from what was perfect – for you and me. Does that make sense? Any questions to share? Let’s discuss!
